AboutCarol Schlitt Expertise I can answer questions on home food safety, sanitation, home food preservation and commercial food safety (HACCP).
Experience I am an Extension educator, nutrition, wellness and food safety. I am a certified HACCP manager and a food safety instructor for the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Organizations International Association for Food Protection, American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (Certified CFCS), National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, Society for Nutrition Education.
Education/Credentials BS - University of Illinois
MS - Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
Question I just made a meatloaf but will not be able to have it tonight as planned. Is is alright to refrigerate and cook tomorrow?
Thank You!
Answer Hi Stacia,
Yes, it is safe to prepare a meatloaf and refrigerate it overnight to bake the next day. The key is refrigerating the product promptly after preparation and then bake directly from the refrigerator in a 350 degree oven. Cook to an internal temperature of 160 degrees and enjoy!!!
